Rice University

Rice University is located in Houston, Texas, USA and is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian university that aspires to path-breaking research, unsurpassed teaching, and contributions to the betterment of our world. Rice fulfills this mission by cultivating a diverse community of learning and discovery that produces leaders across the spectrum of human endeavor. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Assistant Professor Position – Environmental Earth Science

Department of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences, Rice University

The Department of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences at Rice University in Houston, TX, is seeking applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position. We encourage applicants from across the field of Environmental Earth Science, including but not limited to those studying coastal and surface processes, ocean sciences, the cryosphere, and interactions among those systems and their connections to climate change. We also welcome candidates pursuing research on environmental aspects of the energy transition. We encourage applicants utilizing a range of research methods to apply, with a preference for those employing field, observational or computational methods in their research.

The successful candidate is expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program, teach core courses and develop undergraduate and graduate courses within their area of expertise, and be involved in service to the department, university, and the broader scientific community. Rice hosts a number of growing initiatives focused on environmental and energy research, with particular attention to the Texas Gulf Coast and the Houston area, and invites engagement with the newly established Rice Sustainability Institute. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements:
All candidates must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Earth, Environmental, or Planetary Science or a related field by the time of the appointment. Applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement of research; (4) statement on teaching; (5) statement on diversity, mentoring, and outreach (see guidelines here: https://eeps.rice.edu/diversity-mentoring-and-outreach-statement-guidelines); and (6) the names, affiliations, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Details about the department and its facilities can be found at http://eeps.rice.edu. All required application materials submitted by December 1, 2024 are ensured full consideration. For questions please contact eeps-search@rice.edu.

Applications for this position must be submitted electronically at http://apply.interfolio.com/156761.

Rice University is located in Houston, Texas, USA and is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian university that aspires to path-breaking research, unsurpassed teaching, and contributions to the betterment of our world. Rice fulfills this mission by cultivating a diverse community of learning and discovery that produces leaders across the spectrum of human endeavor. Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Applications for this position must be submitted electronically at http://apply.interfolio.com/156761.